"It doesn't matter if they hate me, as long as they love me" — Booba
Tip 1: Be courageous when giving feedback
As a manager, it’s tempting not to speak up when something isn’t right for fear of damaging your relationship with the employee…
Avoiding difficult conversations will lead to frustration on both sides!
You can’t please everyone all the time
"Some people yell, and some people draw their guns" — Ninho
Tip 2: Lead by example
A good manager puts their team in the spotlight and doesn’t take credit for their employees’ successes
As Soprano pointed out
“I’m hated because, seen from the sky, I shine brighter than Las Vegas”
If you shine at their expense, you’re bound to draw their wrath
“I need help with my rebellion, I need food for my harvest, because I need volunteers” — Diam’s
Tip 3: Empower Your Teams
A sense of belonging is a key driver of retention and recruitment; a committed team goes the extra mile, is more innovative, and is more dedicated to its work and to customers!
This requires clear leadership, with specific tasks and objectives,
Ninho: “You’re running fast, but where are you going? I know where I’m going, so I walk calmly.”
"Forget the past, but don't forget the lesson."
-Benash
Tip 4: A team culture where mistakes aren’t penalized
Break down the stigma surrounding failure and embrace a culture of learning
The stress surrounding failure can stifle your teams’ creativity and enjoyment at work…
Orelsan, “I used to want to build my life with my fancy degrees, but ever since I saw *8 Mile*, I’ve been dreaming of living in a mobile home.”
"I'm always surrounded by people, but I still feel alone" sdm
Tip 5: Being a manager is tough—join a community of peers
The best way to handle challenges is to join communities of peers: share best practices, get feedback, and tap into the group’s energy to get your work done with greater peace of mind.
“Every day, I go to bed at dawn, and I head to work with a long face, as if I were an undertaker.”—Orelsan
inspired by echoes